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ae-mcp

Automate After Effects project, composition, layer, and animation tasks via MCP.

21|6|Updated Feb 2, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#templates#mcp#keyframes#expressions#after-effects#compositions
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ishu86/after-effects-mcp --skill ae-mcp
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ae-mcp
Source: https://github.com/ishu86/after-effects-mcp/tree/main/SKILL
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ishu86/after-effects-mcp --skill ae-mcp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the tedious manual work of controlling Adobe After Effects by enabling automation via the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It empowers teams to orchestrate projects, compositions, layers, animations, effects, and expressions programmatically, accelerating work and reducing human error.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • End-to-end AE automation: Create and modify projects, compositions, layers, and keyframes through MCP commands.
  • Expression and effects management: Apply, tweak, and manage expressions and effects to achieve professional motion graphics.
  • Use Case: Generate a 1920x1080 intro sequence with animated text and effects in a single command from an AI assistant.

Quick Start

Start the MCP server, connect it to After Effects, and issue a command like create_composition("Demo", 1920, 1080, 10, 30) followed by add_text_layer("Hello", position={x:960, y:540}) and set_keyframe(property="Position", time=1, value={x:960, y:600}).

Frequently Asked Questions about ae-mcp

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate After Effects workflows using MCP?▼

You can automate After Effects workflows using MCP by issuing commands to create projects, compositions, layers, animations, effects, and expressions programmatically, which eliminates manual repetitive tasks and reduces human error.

Can I create After Effects compositions and keyframes programmatically?▼

Yes, you can create After Effects compositions and keyframes programmatically by sending MCP commands like create_composition and set_keyframe to define dimensions, duration, and animation properties automatically.

Does After Effects MCP server support expression and effects management?▼

Yes, the After Effects MCP server supports expression and effects management, allowing you to apply, tweak, and manage expressions and effects to achieve professional motion graphics automatically.

What are the requirements to run After Effects automation with MCP?▼

Running After Effects automation with MCP requires After Effects 2024+, Node.js 18+, macOS or Windows, and an operational MCP protocol server, with optional folders for scripts, references, and assets.

How do I generate an intro sequence in After Effects from a single command?▼

To generate an intro sequence in After Effects from a single command, connect an AI assistant to the MCP server and issue a prompt to automatically create a composition, add text layers, and set keyframes with effects.

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